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BYD Seal U vs Ford Capri - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 36300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Ford Capri?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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Ford Capri

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Seal U

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Seal U has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Ford Capri costs 36300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2065 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Capri: with 13.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s convincingly more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 6.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Ford Capri performs noticeable better – achieving up to 627 km, about 127 km more than the BYD Seal U.

Capri

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Capri has a slight edge – offering 340 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Capri pulls somewhat stronger with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm difference.

Seal U

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Capri is minimal lighter – 1914 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Capri offers barely noticeable more room – 572 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Capri performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 45 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, Ford Capri noticeable takes the win – 587 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Capri proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Capri is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,300
Capri

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 16.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 374 - 627 km
BYD Seal U
Ford Capri

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BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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The BYD Seal U pairs a sleek fastback silhouette with a surprisingly roomy, tech-rich cabin, giving electric chic without the showroom pretension. It's a smart pick for buyers after confident handling, sensible practicality and standout value — all wrapped up with a cheeky grin when you put your foot down.

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Ford Capri

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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BYD Seal U
Ford Capri

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
36300 - 50900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.4 kWh
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
374 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1914 - 2174 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
567 - 572 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4634 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1872 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1626 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1505 - 1510 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
570 - 587 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the BYD Seal U?

The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.